What are your approaches to sex and intimacy after treatment?
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I have a couple of issues to discuss but I see no "traffic" here! Are there no postings on the topic of sex after treatment?
Hey,
After my boyfriend's treatment, we had to navigate some changes in our sex and intimacy. Communication was key; we talked openly about our needs and fears. We took things slowly, focusing on closeness and affection before worrying about intercourse. Using Cialis 20 mg helped a lot with his ED, but we also explored other ways to be intimate, like cuddling, kissing, and giving each other massages. It's important to be patient and understanding with each other.
Feel free to share your experiences or ask any questions!
thanks again for sharing what helped your boyfriend. I had to delete the link you attached, but your message is still here. Jill (Team Member)
I have had ED worsen as a result of radiation tx, but I respond well to C-ring and ED meds, which really make a big difference! C-rings are too often overlooked, and too often used improperly.
My main frustration has been inability to reach orgasm ever since bicalutimide and Lupron tx even though I have refused these meds now for several years due to some dangerous side effects (And I have done well without them!). I'm looking for info from others who may have had similar experience, and maybe some helpful suggestions.
How long since surgery ? It takes awhile for all the swelling to go down. It gets much easier to feel the pump and release valve after 3 or 4 months. I don't have any problem using the pump/release at this time. I had the implant done in Nov. of 2023, so it's been awhile. Hope things improve for you! it's been just over 2 years.
Nine months after surgery, I am still experiencing erectile dysfunction. My wife and I have adjusted to my condition by adding more loving touch and stimulation to our intimate moments. And we create an intimate environment to accent our intimacy. We both try to be present, not thinking about what we're not able to do, but what we are doing. Mutual orgasm is still part of our experience because I learned that an erection is not necessary for a man to have an orgasm. Yes, our intimacy is different, but it is also satisfying.
I was in the same boat and agree with your experience to learn different intimacy practices. I'm 68 and still married for 38 years!
Good that you can "get there"! We have tried all sorts of sensual touching and long foreplay, sometimes off and on playfully for a couple of days before we get serious, but still even though my erection is pretty reliable, my result is not. I feel excitement and feel very into it, but just can't get to that stage of inevitability. She often has a good time and that is great as far as that goes, but my eventual frustration effects both of us. We're still hoping for an answer.
I too have the same problem. 48 radiation treatments after my radical protostectomy in Oct 2023 left me with no chance of getting an erection. I opted for the AMS 700 pump which work kind of well. My erections aren't as hard even though they're getting better. And my penis is shorter than it was which is only my problem. My gf seems to be enjoying sex much more than she uses too. I cannot achieve orgasm. I start feeling like it could happen several times while we're having sex but haven't made it to the finish line. It might be psychological because I'm afraid of what will happen. It's nice to know I'm not alone. 
were you ever afraid of having a urinary accident while being intimate?
